Program Support Generalist

Position Details

Advertising/Posting Title Program Support Generalist

Posting Summary

Provide administrative and programmatic support to the P20 COBRE Grant ( TGIR ) within the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics ( MMG ). Coordinate and execute weekly seminars as well as several large infectious disease research-related symposiums or program meetings. Provide administrative support to TGIR faculty and staff including copying, scanning, preparing documents, scheduling meetings and spaces. Maintain program-wide scientific and programmatic documents, templates, and ordering supplies. Interface with internal and external vendors. Maintain databases in support of faculty research and attend regular project meetings. Prepare and disseminate minutes. Maintain electronic document storage. Manage unit travel requests and reimbursements. Maintain TGIR website presence and assist MMG colleagues with media presence and public relations at large. Interface with biomedical investigators, internal and external advisory board members.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor’s degree in related field and two to three years’ related experience, proficient with many software applications used to support office functions, competent with learning new software and processes. Effective interpersonal communication skills required. Highly self-motivated individual with effective writing and excellent organizational skills required. Fundamental understanding of biomedical research and biologic systems required in communication with biomedical scientists.

Desirable Qualifications

Administrative experience in an academic/research environment highly desirable.

Anticipated Pay Range $22.50-$26.00/hour

Other Information

Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Position Yes, UVMSU

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location Burlington, Vermont, United States

Job Open Date 06/10/2026

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled No

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Position Information

Position Title Univ Ops Administration OC2 N

Posting Number S6147PO

Department COM Microbio & Molec Genetics/55120

Position Number 00024878

Percent of Full-Time 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year) 12

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